A cat waited on a bench hoping someone would stop for him. Now weeks later, he’s living the life he’s always wanted. London the catKuwait Animal Aid Earlier this year, a Good Samaritan spotted a stray cat sitting on a bench in a park by himself. He was one of the many abandoned cats found
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If you’re a cat-lover, your social feeds are probably filled with cute-kitten videos and funny feline hijinks. Audiences around the globe love seeing cats nap in unusual spots and get into all kinds of trouble around the house. If you have a particularly charismatic cat, you may even have considered starting an Instagram page for
When a Pit Bull was brought to the shelter, she was shivering 24 hours a day. She had a foul putrid odor emanating from her delicate skin, which was inflamed due to mange. Her swollen feet were filled with a staph infection, and her gritty eyes were clogged with infectious goop. Given her condition, it
Rescuers rushed to help a cat and her six kittens and were stunned to find that they are all polydactyl. Andrea Christian When Andrea Christian, a volunteer of St. Francis Society Animal Rescue, received a call about a litter of kittens needing help, she leapt into action. They came from a family who was having
John Dornellas, a 37-year-old who provides boat trips in Alaska for an exploration company, witnessed a close encounter between a killer whale and an otter. The otter was nearly killed in front of Dornellas. Source/Image Screenshot Credit: T & T Creative Media via YouTube Video While on his boat, Dornellas witnessed a commotion in the
One spring day, Kuro was picked up as a birthday gift. His name was “Onix” and he was very little, just a few weeks old. He was full of energy and curious to explore his surroundings. He had a big brother named “Liono” there who would show him the ropes. Liono even showed Kuro how
You Can Participate in Dog Aging Studies Researchers with the Dog Aging Project are examining how a dog’s genetics, environment, and lifestyle influence how dogs age. They are currently recruiting dogs from all over the United States to participate in a community science studies – some of which can be done from the comfort of
Poster for a conference at the Media Lab in Spring, 2000; picture of one of our parrots using our primitive controller and screen to access the system. I’m sure many of you saw the news about how scientists have developed a system whereby parrots can interact with one another online. I did a wee bit of
A stray cat waited on the road and then jumped in an Uber when the door opened, as if he was ready to be taken off the streets. Tux the cat@littlewanderersnyc Last month, an Uber driver was in the Bronx area when she came across a black and white cat lying in the middle of
Last Updated on: May 17, 2023 by Crystal Uys Determining whether cats or dogs are faster will largely depend on the breeds you’re talking about. However, dogs generally have an advantage over cats, as many are bred specifically for their hunting or athletic abilities. To get the most accurate answer, we’ve measured the fastest cat
There’s a reason why Labrador Retrievers are among the most popular dog breeds in the world. Their affectionate nature, playful energy and uncanny ability to understand human emotions have led many of us to consider them as family members. But how do we know they love us back? Here are five undeniable signs your Lab
A cat showed up outside a guy’s house for food and came back a month later asking for help. Miloh the cat@comrescuemontreal A black and white cat showed up outside a resident’s home in Montreal, scrounging around for food. Sebastien, the resident who has four cats of his own, offered him some kibbles and water.
Cats have a significant impact on the environment, namely, hunting native birds and wildlife populations in startling numbers. However, there may be an even more significant way in which cats are affecting the environment, and it’s due to their food.Most experts agree that while wet food has long been touted as the best option for
Two kittens arrived at a rescue needing help and TLC. They met a dog who knew just how to cheer them up. Joyce @kangaroothekitty Amber Rose, founder of Saving Grace Rescue, was checking for kittens that needed care at San Jose Animal Care Center and Services when she came across two sisters with crusty eyes.
Last Updated on: May 15, 2023 by Crystal Uys When our cats talk to us in their language, it’s human nature to mimic it. After all, we can mock what we hear, unlike many species. But when our cats hear us meow, is it a recognizable thing? Or rather, is it like trying to repeat
Dealing with your Great Pyrenees’ food allergies can be beyond frustrating! We asked our 800,000 members of Great Pyrenees’ community on facebook the following question: “Those of you with Great Pyrenees who have allergies…. what food do you use and why?” We received hundreds of replies, and summarized the top 25 responses here. As always,
A kitten wasn’t growing until a kind person took her on. As it turned out, she fit right into their home. Adele the kittenBestFriends Felines A litter of kittens arrived at Best Friends Felines, a cat rescue in Brisbane, when they were around seven weeks old. Among them, there was a calico who was exceptionally
Annie Butler Shirreffs Annie Butler Shirreffs has worked in the pet industry for more than 20 years and is currently the executive editor of Catster magazine and contributing editor on Dogster magazine. A cat lover since she was a little girl, she has always had feline friends in her life. She and her husband share
Fresh Charity and Pause Cat Cafe call out for shopper suppawt for a share of Tesco’s Community Grants Fresh Charity has been selected by Tesco Community Grants to receive £500, £1,000 or £1,500 towards extending disabled access downstairs in Pause Cat Cafe. The amount awarded will depend on the results of a public vote in
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Many Staffordshire Bull Terrier parents are switching to online dog training classes as opposed to in-person sessions. Both types of training are great tools, but every dog has different needs when it
A building manager found a litter of kittens with a cat “mother” who turned out to be a mister instead. Mr. MomCommunityCatClub Sara Sharp, founder of Community Cat Club (in South Jersey), received a plea for help about “a mom with kittens” needing placement. There were five kittens, around four weeks old, accompanied by a
A stray cat met nice people, had kittens in their house days later and decided she was done with the streets. @saltyanimalrescue Karly Saltarski, cofounder of Salty Animal Rescue, was notified about a pregnant street cat needing a safe haven. The gentleman who was feeding the stray, noticed that her belly was getting plump. He
As majestic as they are enigmatic, Siberian Huskies are renowned for their striking appearance and exuberant personality. However, beyond their blue-eyed gaze and wolf-like features, there are fascinating characteristics that make them unique. Here are seven surprising facts about Huskies you probably didn’t know. 1. Huskies’ Eye Colors Are A Genetic Kaleidoscope Most people are
Just 9% of pet owners have a pet insurance policy in place Over a fifth of uninsured owners don’t think insurance is worth the money More than one in 10 uninsured owners say they can’t afford to take out cover A new report by Go.Compare Pet Insurance has estimated that an astonishing 91% of pet owners don’t
A cat went around wanting belly rubs from everyone after they fixed his paw. He was ready to be a spoiled house cat. Moose the cat@puppykittynycity A stray cat was brought into a veterinary clinic with an injured paw. He couldn’t put weight on it and was walking with a limp. The veterinary team cleaned
A cat immediately accepted a tiny lone kitten, started raising her along with her trio and wouldn’t leave her side. Julia the kitten and Camille the cat@tiny.paws.fosters Last month, Allison Ilcken, a foster volunteer of AnimalLuvr’s Dream Rescue, welcomed a family of four (a cat mom and three kittens) into her care. The cat, Camille,
Australian Cattle Dogs, also known as Blue Heelers or Queensland Heelers, are intelligent and energetic dogs that are known for their herding abilities. They are popular pets in both rural and urban areas, but they require a lot of attention and exercise. Before bringing home a new Australian Cattle Dog, there are several things you
A retrospective study published in March in the scientific journal PLOS One found that Japanese kids who grew up with dogs or cats in the home were about half as likely to develop asthma as children who did not live with pets. The protective effects were similar for exposure to both dogs and cats, but
Dogs who undergo general anesthesia for a surgical, dental, or diagnostic procedure often receive a combination of drugs during their hospital stay, including sedatives, anxiolytics (anti-anxiety medications), and analgesics (pain medications). They also receive an injectable anesthetic agent to induce anesthesia and a gaseous anesthetic agent to maintain anesthesia once they are anesthetized. The injectable
Surrender Prevention Training Helps Keep More Cats and Kittens in Homes Community Cats Podcast is teaming up with renowned cat behaviorist Dr. Rachel Gellar to present a new certification workshop, designed to keep more cats and families together. The Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop will be held on Wednesday, May 17 from 7 – 8:30 p.m.